Lonnie Johnson: Super Soaker

Dive into the AMAZING true story of Lonnie Johnson — a NASA engineer whose late-night tinkering turned a bathroom test into the legendary Super Soaker! This upbeat story shows how science, patience, and playful ideas can change summers forever. Perfect for curious listeners who love inventions, space missions, and splashy surprises. Ben & Pia guide you through Lonnie’s journey from porch projects to planet-bound labs. Historical Fun Fact: Lonnie Johnson worked on spacecraft like Galileo and Cassini before inventing the Super Soaker, and he holds over 100 patents! Did you know? What if a nozzle in a bathroom could inspire a toy that sold millions and even joined the National Toy Hall of Fame? Which story do you want to hear next? Tell Ben & Pia in the comments and we might feature it next! #LetsRewind #LonnieJohnson #SuperSoaker #Inventors #STEM #History #Invention #NASA